Jack's Bar
Pittsburgh, PA 15203-1123
Phone: (412) 431-3644
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- After-Work Bar 2006
- Hours:
- Mon-Sat 7am-2am, Sun 11am-2am
Editorial Review for Jack's Bar – by Andy Mowrey
The Scene
The gaudy strips of neon beckon through the glass-block outer walls of Jack's Bar, calling to revelers like an oasis luring thirsty desert travelers to fresh water. Because of its location at one end of East Carson Street's bar district, it's become a must-stop for nearly every bar hopper on the South Side.
The Vibe
While there's usually a line to get in on weekend nights, the true character (and characters) shines through on the off-nights. A modest selection of beer and honest helpings of grilled and fried food satisfy the needs of thick-necked college students and hard-working regulars. The drinks are commonplace (Bud and Coors Light are your average order) and the packed nature of busy nights are the draw to this neighborhood bar. When not watching for the next infamous bar fight to break out, you may find yourself staring in disbelief at the signs advertising various food and drink specials, seemingly painted by a deranged supermarket produce manager finally gone loco after years of handling pesticide-laden vegetables. Or maybe it has to do with the fact that Jack's is open every second of the year as allowed by state law.
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User Reviews for Jack's Bar
10/22/2007 Posted by illyrias
I admit I avoid Jack's (and most of the South Side) on Friday and Saturday nights. During the week is the time to be on the South Side and Jack's is the epitome of hanging out on the South Side. Cheap beer, cheap specials and a casual crowd of friendly people make Jack's indispensable. They are my fall-back bar and I'm not ashamed to admit it.
Pros: Cheap easy
Cons: you will smell like smoke
10/28/2005 Posted by eje023
This place is Okay....at best. The service is GREAT. The drinks are cheap. But, the Jacks has the dumbest setup of any bar i've ever been to. The place is always crowded because it HAS to because it's so small. The ratio is usually 10 guys to every girl. Also, it seems like everybody there smokes....all at the same time. So, your clothes will smell like crap when you leave. There also happens to too many college "toughguys." However, I've had some really fun times here. So, I guess it's "hit or miss."
Pros: Great Service, Cheap Drinks
Cons: Toughguys, No Chicks
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